A massive dust storm — known as a haboob — swept through Phoenix on Monday, creating dramatic scenes as walls of dust blanketed the metro area and Sky Harbor International Airport.
The storm disrupted road and air travel and knocked out power for thousands of residents, officials said.
The storm in Arizona brought heavy rain exceeding 2 inches in some areas and wind speeds up to 66 mph following the dust surge.
Photos and videos shared widely on social media showed vast, brown plumes overtaking highways and city skylines.
Stunning view of the dust storm that hit Arizona on August 25.
This was captured from Gold Canyon.pic.twitter.com/xsw9yGowPM
— Massimo (@Rainmaker1973) August 26, 2025
Dust storm blankets everything in its path as it rolls through the Phoenix, Arizona, area. pic.twitter.com/FpecQcryHo
— Fox News (@FoxNews) August 26, 2025
How crazy is this time-lapse dust storm video from Arizona yesterday? pic.twitter.com/iFzTfKK36b
— Vince Langman (@LangmanVince) August 26, 2025
Aircraft flies through a large dust storm hitting Phoenix, Arizona, on August 25, 2025.pic.twitter.com/U51JjL5dWU
— Massimo (@Rainmaker1973) August 26, 2025
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